Assisted by The Carter Center, a transmission survey found no evidence of the parasite that causes lymphatic filariasis, paving the way for the WHO to declare that the Dominican Republic has eliminated lymphatic filariasis as a public health problem.
Makoy Samuel Yibi’s relentless efforts have brought Guinea worm disease to the brink of eradication. With support from the Carter Center, Makoy traverses rugged terrain in South Sudan to contain outbreaks and prevent future infections.
The grisly parasitic disease has been reduced by 99.99% since eradication efforts began and is poised to become the second human disease and the first parasitic disease eradicated in history.
“A day after surgery, Santina was able to see and walk home alone, and she was able to recognize and greet many people she knew before she lost her sight.”
This Carter Center video showcases Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter’s instrumental work over decades to greatly advance global health and human rights.